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La Belle Noiseuse 1991

★ 7.3/10 Drama Released
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What is La Belle Noiseuse?

La Belle Noiseuse is a film first released in 1991. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1991
Status
Released
Runtime
238 minutes
Release date
Sep 4, 1991
Studios
Pierre Grise Productions, George Reinhart Productions, FR3 Films Production
Genres
Drama
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82 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.9/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Drama

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La Belle Noiseuse is a film first released in 1991. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Pierre Grise Productions, George Reinhart Productions, FR3 Films Production. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“An aging painter reawakens his muse by commissioning a young lover as his new model.”

Reasons to watch
  • Deep exploration of artistic obsession
  • Rich period setting in French Provence
  • Based on a classic Balzac story
Keep in mind
  • Nearly four-hour runtime can feel demanding

Watch it if you appreciate meditative art dramas that probe creative struggle.

The film’s mature, contemplative tone and lengthy runtime make it suited for adult viewers interested in art.

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When was La Belle Noiseuse released?

It was released in France on 9 April 1991.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is classified as a drama.

How long is the film?

The runtime is approximately 3 hours and 58 minutes.

What is the source material for the story?

The film is a loose adaptation of Honoré de Balzac’s short story "Le Chef-d’œuvre inconnu."

Where is the film set?

It is set in the French countryside of Provence.

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